Week of February 19, 2024

Tomorrow will be an awesome day of learning. A friendly reminder that you are an ambassador of Lee Elementary, so please show everyone your growth mindset. There is still room in our DIY stress ball session if you want to join in!!! Thank you to all of our Spurs that are presenting tomorrow- you make our school look SO GOOD! ENJOY the three day weekend! I hope you and your family enjoy special time together.

DID YOU KNOW:

• your 3rd and 4th graders can sign up for Sunshine Spurs? Flyers with QR codes are above water fountains in each house. Thanks Kristi for heading this up!
• a Parent Square went home today from Chantel encouraging parents to participate in the Color Run?

NO SCHOOL FOR LEARNERS AND STAFF

REMINDERS FOR FRIDAY PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

Paraprofessionals Clocking In/Out 

• Paraprofessionals are asked to clock in and out on February 16th, following their usual school day routine. 
• Please ensure that you accumulate 8 hours of work time, including at least a 30-minute lunch break. You have the flexibility to use comp hours, arrive on campus before the professional learning day begins, or stay after the PL day concludes to fulfill the total 8-hour requirement.
• Clock locations at CHS
• Front Door
• Student Entry Door
• Back Entry Door
• (C-Store) Door

All CISD Staff

• Entering CHS: Doors will be unlocked for all staff starting at 7:15am.
• Lunch: Lunch is on your own. Staff can stay and use the tables in the CHS cafeteria or leave campus to eat.
• Sign-Up Deadline: The deadline to sign up for the sessions is Wednesday night. We will be printing sign-in sheets on Thursday morning, so please ensure you've signed up by then.
• Priority Seating: Priority seating will be given to those who have signed up in advance.
• Walk-Ins: The sessions will open to walk-ins five minutes before the start time, provided there are available seats.
• Share Photos: Please share photos from your learning via this Wakelet link. 
• Session Cancellations: Please note that sessions may be canceled based on sign-ups. Be prepared to choose another session if necessary.
• Devices: Please bring your charged MacBook and iPad and Apple Pencil.
• Carpooling: If possible, consider carpooling to the venue to save on parking.
• Attire: Dress comfortably for a day of active learning.
• Room Numbers: Remember to check the room numbers on the Unified Talent app for your assigned sessions.
• Locations: Use the following CHS Map to locate the rooms for your sessions. If you need a comfort room, they are labeled on the map.
• Download the Journal: Don’t forget to download the journal for the sessions if you haven't already. There is a Keynote, Notability or Printable version available.

 

CTE
Please encourage learners to dress up and participate in this district initiative on Tuesday.

PTO MEETING TUESDAY
Save the date for our next Virtual PTO meeting coming up on Tuesday February 20 at 6pm. Our PTO team, along with RJL staff, will be sharing some information regarding the upcoming Color Run as well as other important updates! So mark your calendars and be sure to join us for this one. The Zoom link will be emailed home that day. Looking forward to seeing everyone there!

FLEX LEARNING WEDNESDAY
Have you ever wondered what your student is learning and experiencing daily when they leave for Dyslexia Therapy? Come observe and participate in a Dyslexia lesson to understand through your student's eyes what they experience daily in MLI. You will also leave with tips for accommodations and strategies to use with students who have been identified with Dyslexia.  Session will take place in Laura's space.  

FABULOUS FRIDAY
Stop by the lounge on Friday for some fresh fruit snacks!

COLOR RUN PARENT OPPORTUNITY (Share with parents PLEASE)
The 2024 Color Run is fast approaching! Parents, we would LOVE for you to have an opportunity to have even MORE fun at this event. Please watch this informational video to see how YOU can have a blast with your learner at the event and help raise even more funds for PE and Field Day. You can visit the PTO Color Run site here: bit.ly/RJLColorRun

SAVE THE DATE
Parents, Mrs. Kastrounis highly recommends you mark your calendars to attend this Parent University topic on February 28. She has heard this speaker before and you should be informed of current trends that are impacting our community.

 

YEARBOOK
Order your 2023-24 yearbook from Lifetouch today! Type in Richard J Lee Elementary. Yearbook ID: 13015824.


RAISE THE THINKING IN MATH AND ELAR WITH GOOD QUESTIONS (thanks AKhan)

RED AND BLACK SUPERSTARS, SUPER TEACHERS AND GEMS
Help the Coppell ISD Education Foundation spotlight the dedicated and hardworking students, administrators and support staff in CISD by nominating them for a Super Star award. The deadline for Super Star nominations is April. Teachers, Staff, and parents, nominate a staff member today! https://forms.gle/1nX6ghh8bpQ3krV69

Super Teachers Know a star educator who demonstrates the qualities above? Nominate them for Super Teacher recognition by March 6. Learn more about what makes a teacher a Super Teacher by browsing the "Looks Fors" at visiting www.coppellisd.com/page/super-teachers. Great Employees Matter (GEMs) The GEMs program seeks to recognize outstanding employees who serve the mission and core values of the Coppell Independent School District in a manner that exceeds job and salary expectations. Nominate a GEM in your school by Friday, March 22. Learn more about the program at www.coppellisd.com/page/great-employees-matter.

COACH'S CORNER

Let’s collaborate! Sign up so we can work together.

LESSSON IN LEEDERSHIP

DATES TO REMEMBER:
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
NATIONAL DENTAL HEALTH MONTH
CTE APPRECIATION MONTH
MAP and MCLASS WINDOW


February 19- NO SCHOOL
February 20- Dress for your Future Career Day
PTO Meeting (6:00PM Virtual)
February 21- Flex Learning (3:15)
February 22- Mayra's Birthday

     Kat's Birthday
     MTSS Meetings
February 23- MAP and MCLASS window closes